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Arteta ready to take final step on Arsenal’s 20-year journey to redemption

Two decades of disappointment followed Parisian nightmare of Lehmann, Eto’o and all that, but now a first Champions League title is in sight They left London in their thousands, full of hope and devotion, heading for Paris in the springtime, yet romantic anticipation lasted all of 18 minutes, which was when Arsenal’s goalkeeper, Jens Lehmann, was sent off in the 2006 Champions League final against Barcelona at the Stade de France. Twenty years on, as Arsenal fans again travel in anticipation, this time to Budapest, for the club’s second Champions League final, you could argue that Arsenal hearts have been a little broken ever since. Continue reading...

Man Utd latest: What does Barca's Gordon interest mean for Rashford?

'Beginning of era' for young Barcelona team - Deco

After back-to-back La Liga titles, sporting director Deco says a new era is only just beginning at La Liga champions Barcelona.

Barcelona line up €20m move for teenager likened to Neymar Junior

For years, Barcelona have been attentive to the market in Brazil, and this continues to be the case – even if it’s been quiet for some time. The Vitor Roque failure hasn’t dampened their interest, and they are starting to take serious interest in specific players – one of which has been likened to cult […] The post Barcelona line up €20m move for teenager likened to Neymar Junior appeared first on Football España.

Charlton promoted and Barcelona reclaim European crown: Women’s Football Weekly – podcast

Faye Carruthers is joined by Sophie Downey, Emma Sanders and Ayisha Gulati to reflect on Bunny Shaw staying at Manchester City and Barcelona’s dominant Champions League final. Plus, Lucia Lobato joins to discuss Charlton’s dramatic promotion to the WSL On today’s pod: Charlton Athletic are heading to the WSL after a dramatic playoff final victory over Leicester City. The panel discuss the game at the Valley, the heroics of Sophie Whitehouse and what this means for the relegated Foxes. Faye and Sophie also sit down with Charlton midfielder Lucia Lobato to discuss the emotions of promotion, the pressure of the occasion, and what comes next for the club. Continue reading...

Barcelona players react to Spain call-up for 2026 World Cup

On Monday, Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente released his 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, and it was good news for Barcelona. Eight players from the La Liga champions will be heading to North America, with one of those being Eric Garcia. The 2025-26 season was an excellent one for Eric, who […] The post Barcelona players react to Spain call-up for 2026 World Cup appeared first on Football España.

Spurs rekindle Savinho interest - Tuesday's gossip

Tottenham back in for Savinho, Yan Diomande tops Liverpool's list of Mohamed Salah replacements, Barcelona keen to make Marcus Rashford move permanent and Arsenal to swoop for Julian Alvarez.

‘Dream come true’ – Barcelona’s Gavi reacts to World Cup 2026 call up after injury nightmare

Gavi of FC Barcelona smiles before the LaLiga EA Sports match between Valencia CF and FC Barcelona at Mestalla stadium in Valencia, Spain, on May 23, 2026. (Photo by David Aliaga/NurPhoto via Getty Images) | NurPhoto via Getty Images Barcelona midfielder Gavi has admitted he’s in dreamland after being called into the Spain squad for World Cup 2026 Gavi made coach Luis de la Fuente’s squad after successfully returning from a serious knee injury that saw him hit by another lengthy injury absence The Barca star celebrated wildly after learning of his call-up and has now vowed to do all he can to make his country proud View this post on Instagram “A dream come true, to be able to play my second World Cup representing my country!” he posted on Instagam. “But this one is going to feel different after all the suffering, falling and getting up twice in three years, but I assure you I’m going to give everything in me to bring us the World Cup home. “It’s a pride and honor to be on this list of 26, let’s make you guys equally proud.” Congratulations, Gavi!

‘One of the best in the world’ – Spain boss Luis de la Fuente explains decision to call up Gavi and Eric Garcia to World Cup squad

KOBE, JAPAN - JULY 27: FC Barcelona's Eric Garcia (R) is congratulated by Gavi (C) after scoring a goal during the preseason friendly between Vissel Kobe and FC Barcelona at Noevir Stadium Kobe on July 27, 2025 in Kobe, Hyogo, Japan. (Photo by Paul Miller/Getty Images) | Getty Images Spain boss Luis de la Fuente has explained his decision to call up Gavi and Eric Garcia to his World Cup squad for this summer’s tournament. Gavi gets the nod after returning from a serious injury, while Eric has been rewarded for an outstanding season with Hansi Flick’s side. The duo are part of a squad containing eight Barcelona players, and De la Fuente spoke about why he called up the two players after announcing his list. “I don’t know if there are eight or how many from Barça. They’re national team players, I don’t care where they play. I was really upset about Gavi’s injury,” he told a press conference. “He’s the team’s plaything, and I don’t need to tell you anything about his footballing ability. He’s very versatile. He’s one of the best players in the world. “Eric was with me in the youth teams and at the Olympics. He’s joining this group and will be just another member. He hasn’t come before because the circumstances weren’t right. “I want to talk about why Eric and Pubill are coming. They’ve performed very well this season. I have to make decisions, and we felt it was the right time. That’s why we made this decision. I already said I was going to look at players who haven’t been with us.” Gavi was typically emotional at hearing news of his call-up, something De la Fuente loved to see. “I’m going to start crying too. That shows the human quality of this group. That’s just as important as the purely footballing aspects,” he added.

Barcelona suffer blow as Marc-Andre ter Stegen exit route blocked

Barcelona are almost certain to return to La Liga’s 1:1 rule this summer, but they cannot afford to rest on their laurels when it comes to raising – and saving – funds. They will need to move unwanted players on, and the likes of Marc-Andre ter Stegen and Ansu Fati will be top of the […] The post Barcelona suffer blow as Marc-Andre ter Stegen exit route blocked appeared first on Football España.

Three Barcelona players claim individual awards for 2025-26 La Liga season

Barcelona wrapped up their 2025-26 season on Saturday with a 3-1 defeat at Valencia, although it is a result that matters little in the grand scheme of things. Hansi Flick’s side claimed a domestic double of La Liga and Spanish Super Cup, with the latter competition won at a canter in the end. It has […] The post Three Barcelona players claim individual awards for 2025-26 La Liga season appeared first on Football España.

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick reacts to Valencia defeat – “We made a childish mistake”

Barcelona brought down the curtain on their 2025-26 season with a 3-1 final matchday defeat to Valencia at Mestalla. The Catalans had taken the lead courtesy of Robert Lewandowski, but they conceded three times in the final half hour to confirm back-to-back away defeats to end the campaign. As per Diario AS, head coach Hansi […] The post Barcelona manager Hansi Flick reacts to Valencia defeat – “We made a childish mistake” appeared first on Football España.

La Liga Matchday 38 Round-Up: Girona and Mallorca fall into Segunda

A round-up of the nine games that took place simultaneously on Saturday night, with results that saw relegation confirmed for Girona and Mallorca. Valencia 3-1 Barcelona Valencia came from behind to defeat champions Barcelona at Mestalla, with the full match report here. Real Betis 2-1 Levante Despite losing at Real Betis, Levante confirmed their place […] The post La Liga Matchday 38 Round-Up: Girona and Mallorca fall into Segunda appeared first on Football España.

Barcelona player ratings against Valencia: Robert Lewandowski finishes with a flourish

Barcelona brought down the curtain on their impressive 2025-26 season with a 3-1 defeat away to Valencia, with Robert Lewandowski scoring their only goal of the match. Wojciech Szczesny – 6 Erratic at times, although he did well enough up until conceding three times in the final half hour. Eric Garcia – 7 A typically […] The post Barcelona player ratings against Valencia: Robert Lewandowski finishes with a flourish appeared first on Football España.

Valencia fall short in Europe bid despite impressive comeback victory over Barcelona

Valencia 3-1 Barcelona Neither team left the Mestalla happy on Sunday, as Valencia’s victory over Barcelona was not enough for them to qualify for Europe next season. Los Che needed a victory at the very least to jump up into 7th, La Liga’s only UEFA Conference League, while Barcelona were hoping for three points to […] The post Valencia fall short in Europe bid despite impressive comeback victory over Barcelona appeared first on Football España.

Pajor and Paralluelo light up Champions League final as Barcelona reclaim crown

Ewa Pajor and Salma Paralluelo both scored twice as Barcelona outclassed Lyon to be crowned European champions for the fourth time in their history.

VIDEO: Robert Lewandowski scores opening goal on final Barcelona appearance before Valencia come back

Barcelona have little to pay for against Europe-chasing Valencia in their final match of the season, but they did manage to take the lead on the hour mark at Mestalla. However, that lasted mere minutes as Los Che have since responded. It has been a game of few chances for either side. Valencia have looked […] The post VIDEO: Robert Lewandowski scores opening goal on final Barcelona appearance before Valencia come back appeared first on Football España.

Hansi Flick omits two Barcelona players from squad for Valencia clash

Barcelona will bring down the curtain on another impressive season when they take on Valencia at the Mestalla on Saturday. Hansi Flick’s side have already wrapped up the La Liga title, so there will be nothing but pride to play for – and that has been reflected in his squad selection for the trip south. […] The post Hansi Flick omits two Barcelona players from squad for Valencia clash appeared first on Football España.

Hansi Flick explains why Barcelona are being careful with Jules Kounde

Madrid, Spain - April 14: Jules Kounde of FC Barcelona controls the ball during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Quarter-Final Second Leg match between Club Atlético de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on April 14, 2026 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by Manu Reino/DeFodi Images/DeFodi via Getty Images) | DeFodi Images via Getty Images Hansi Flick has revealed that Barcelona are having to be careful with Jules Kounde in the final weeks of the season. Kounde didn’t train on Friday ahead of Barca’s final game against Valencia and also sat out El Clasico recently. Flick was asked about the situation with the defender and offered an update. “He will play in the World Cup and now he has some problems, so we are careful with him,” he told reporters. “For everyone it is a great goal to play in the World Cup and he has not trained for that. We take care of it and handle it well; he does treatment and works on it. He’s evolving well.” Kounde may well get a breather for the trip to Valencia on Saturday as Flick has other options such as Eric Garcia, Ronald Araujo and young Xavi Espart. The defender has already been named in Didier Deschamps’ France squad for World Cup 2026.

Julian Alvarez prioritising Barcelona move: Diego Simeone relationship and Marcos Llorente fuel talk

Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez will reportedly prioritise a move to Barcelona this summer if he is to leave the Metropolitano this summer. Talk continues to be fueled that Alvarez could leave Los Rojiblancos, despite reportedly being happy in the Spanish capital. Earlier this week it was put out there that Sporting Director Mateu Alemany […] The post Julian Alvarez prioritising Barcelona move: Diego Simeone relationship and Marcos Llorente fuel talk appeared first on Football España.

Barcelona legend Andreas Iniesta takes on first job in management job

Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta is set to take on his first job as a manager in the coming days. The 42-year-old retired two years ago from his playing career, and has been taking his coaching badges in the meantime. Iniesta was not initially tipped to go into management, in the same way that teammate Xavi […] The post Barcelona legend Andreas Iniesta takes on first job in management job appeared first on Football España.

Hansi Flick pays classy tribute to ‘best coach in the world’ Pep Guardiola

Photo by CHANDAN KHANNA/AFP via Getty Images There was some massive news in the football world on Friday as Manchester City announced that Pep Guardiola will be departing the club after 10 very successful years, and the Barcelona legend was given a beautiful tribute by the current Blaugrana coach. Hansi Flick was asked about Pep’s departure at a press conference on Friday and was full of praise for Guardiola’s time at Man City. “Ten years… I don’t think you’ll see me here. At 70, I don’t think this is the place to be. What Guardiola has done, ten years at a club at that level, is an incredible feat; it’s unbelievable what he’s accomplished. “I’ve always said he’s the best coach in the world, and he’s proven it every single year over the last ten years. Even when things haven’t gone well, he’s always known how to handle it. His role has been fantastic. “When we talk about philosophy, his teams always play at the highest level and he always finds a way to be better than other teams. And if you look at the titles he’s won, it’s exceptional.” Great stuff from Hansi. Pep transformed English football and regardless of how much money he had available to craft whatever team he wanted, Guardiola’s Man City was always a joy to watch and won a whole lot of trophies in the process. We likely won’t see Pep back at Barça as a coach again, but we can still enjoy him elsewhere whenever he decides to take another job.

Pep Guardiola announces Manchester City departure after 10 years: “I won’t train for a while”

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has announced that he will leave the club after a decade at the Etihad Stadium. The former Barcelona coach has said he is satisfied and happy with his time at the club and his decision to leave. Guardiola leaves the club after delivering six Premier League titles and a Champions […] The post Pep Guardiola announces Manchester City departure after 10 years: “I won’t train for a while” appeared first on Football España.

Hansi Flick on Pep Guardiola exit from Manchester City – “I hope he rests”

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has advised Pep Guardiola to take some time away from management after his exit from Manchester City was announced on Friday. The Barcelona icon is leaving the Etihad after a decade in the Premier League, in which he secured six titles and a Champions League. After the story leaked on Monday […] The post Hansi Flick on Pep Guardiola exit from Manchester City – “I hope he rests” appeared first on Football España.

Thiago Alcantara to leave Hansi Flick’s coaching staff at Barcelona

MADRID, SPAIN - APRIL 14: Thiago Alcantara, Assistant Coach of FC Barcelona, arrives at the stadium prior to the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Quarter-Final Second Leg match between Club Atlético de Madrid and FC Barcelona at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on April 14, 2026 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos - UEFA/UEFA via Getty Images) | UEFA via Getty Images Barcelona are set to wave goodbye to Thiago Alcantara as the former midfielder is leaving Hansi Flick’s coaching staff. Thiago departs after another successful season that has brought La Liga and Spanish Super Cup titles for the Catalan giants. According to Jijantes, Thiago is moving on for personal reasons and said his farewells in training on Friday morning. 📺 DIRECTO @JijantesFC 👋🏻 SE MARCHA THIAGO ALCANTARA DEL STAFF DE HANSI FLICK 🚀 El que ha sido miembro del cuerpo técnico las pasadas dos temporadas, decide dar un paso al lado por unos asuntos personales 🔗 https://t.co/OGW0AKAWMl pic.twitter.com/KyQ66JNjWB — Jijantes FC (@JijantesFC) May 22, 2026 Thiago’s departure may not be the only change to Flick’s coaching staff this summer. There’s been speculation the Barca boss wants to bring in a new fitness coach after a season where he’s seen his team hit by many injury problems to key players

From Benidorm beaches to Barcelona - the rise of Lopez

With the Women's Champions League final between Barcelona and Lyon on Saturday, BBC Sport takes a look at the extraordinary rise of football's next global superstar, Vicky Lopez.

Three goalkeepers and a surprise? Luis de la Fuente drops hints on Spain squad for World Cup 2026

MADRID, SPAIN - MAY 12: Luis de la Fuente, head coach of Spain, during the Desayunos Deportivos Europa Press with Luis de la Fuente at Camilo Jose Cela University on May 12, 2026 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo By Oscar J. Barroso/Europa Press via Getty Images) | Europa Press via Getty Images Spain boss Luis de la Fuente is preparing to announce his squad for World Cup 2026 and has dropped a few hints ahead of Monday’s big reveal. Barcelona goalkeeper Joan Garcia is hoping to join a host of his club-mates in the squad, with De la Fuente saying he already knows which goalkeeper will be his No. 1. “Yes, yes. I’d even tell you the starting lineup. There will be three goalkeepers, not four,” he said in an interview with Mario Suarez. The Spain boss also hinted at potential surprises on Monday when the squad is announced. “The group of players is decided. It’s possible that some players who haven’t been called up before will be included,” he added. Spain will be without Fermin Lopez due to injury, but Gavi will be hoping to get the nod. De la Fuente had some kind words for the midfielder regarding how he’s performed since returning from injury. “We haven’t given him anything. He’s earned it after overcoming two very serious injuries. He’s in great form. When he’s not playing, he’s a player who is missed,” he explained. De la Fuente will call up 26 players for the World Cup, with Spain set to take on Iraq and Peru in friendlies before they kick off their tournament against Cape Verde.